Humanities & Social Science

Humanities and Social Sciences are all about the study of people, society and culture.

If you want to gain a detailed understanding of human nature and what it means for our world, along with a whole host of transferable skills, then these are the subjects for you!

Studying Humanities and Social Sciences subjects encourages you to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and can help provide a route to university.

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History & Classical Civilisation

Alumni | Annabel's Story

Annabel achieved outstanding results at HSDC, gaining Biology (A*), Environmental Science (A), and Geography (A). Her time at college wasn’t just about academic success—it was also about unforgettable experiences.

Annabel said:
“The opportunity to travel to Iceland with Geography and see the Northern Lights, was an amazing experience.”

This trip gave Annabel the chance to see her studies come to life and explore the world beyond the classroom.

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The teaching and support was really great, the quality was really great, all the teachers really care about your education as well as your wellbeing, they take everything into consideration and they’re great.
Katie Whittingham, A Level student

My experience at the college has been really good, it’s been really rewarding, all the lecturers were so lovely and supportive there’s no way I could have done it without them - the teaching has been outstanding.
Lucie Brooks, A Level student

College is definitely worth all the effort you put in, you get to meet lots of different people and it’s amazing.
Ebony Puttock, A Level student

Humanities & Social Science

What are you interested in?

Alumni | Annabel's Story

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